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Science & Practice

Variant Calls Change Overtime

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An analysis of 1.45 million cancer-related genetic tests found that 25% of variants of unknown significance were later reclassified, suggesting labs should review variant information regularly and alert physicians to changes.

New Name, New Formula for Estimated A1c

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In light of the increasing use of continuous glucose monitors, a group of prominent diabetologists have proposed a new term, glucose management indicator, in place of eA1c to better support individualized diabetes management plans.

Straight Talk on RIDTs

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A panel of experts weighed in on the pros and cons of rapid influenza diagnostic tests and the implications of the Food and Drug Administration’s recent reclassification of RIDTs from Class I to Class II type devices.